Asclepias Asperula - Ruby Road, Arizona | Asclepias | Apocynaceae

Discover the beauty of Asclepias asperula, also known as Antelope Horns Milkweed, a clump-forming plant native to the southwestern United States. This plant is commonly found along Ruby Road, a scenic drive that offers breathtaking views of rolling hills and towering buttes. Its large and bold flowers are often visited by bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a must-see for any nature enthusiast. Learn more about this beautiful plant and other wildflowers found in the Southern Arizona region in the book "Wildflowers: A Field Guide to Flowering Plants of Arivaca & the Altar Valley."